SCP

Science Communication and Popularization

This initiative fosters scientific thinking and awareness among citizens in Uttarakhand by providing financial support to educational institutions, R&D organizations, and NGOs for organizing science communication activities. Key programs include seminars, workshops, popular lectures, and National Science Day celebrations, all aimed at engaging the youth and promoting a scientific temper.

State Composite

States / UT: Uttarakhand

Nodal department: Science And Technology

Scheme for: Individual

Scheme profile

DBT (direct benefit transfer): No

Categories: Science, IT & Communications

Target beneficiaries: Government Organisation, NGO, University / Institution

Tags: Institution, NGO, R&D Organization, Science Communication, UCOST

Details

The scheme “Science Communication and Popularization” is implemented by the Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST) under the Science and Technology, Government of Uttarakhand. It aims to promote scientific thinking and awareness among citizens by providing support and funding to educational institutions, R&D organizations, and NGOs to organize science communication activities.

Benefits

Popularization of Science is one of the key programs initiated by the Council to promote scientific temper among the citizens of Uttarakhand particularly the youth. A number of activities are conducted under this program. The Council provides financial assistance for organizing various events such as seminars workshops and conferences. It also organizes popular lectures and celebrates National Science Day

Popularization of Science is one of the key programs initiated by the Council to promote scientific temper among the citizens of Uttarakhand, particularly the youth. A number of activities are conducted under this program.
The Council provides financial assistance for organizing various events such as seminars, workshops, and conferences. It also organizes popular lectures and celebrates National Science Day.

Eligibility

The applicant must be an educational, research, or development organization, or an NGO based in Uttarakhand.

Exclusions

Application Process

Online

Proposals are invited twice a year through advertisements published on the website: https://www.ucost.in. - The received proposals are evaluated in the Project Evaluation Group (PEG) meeting, where expert committee members assess them and recommend proposals for funding that address state-specific issues and contribute to the overall welfare of the state.

Clarifications

Additional points from the scheme information published on myScheme (not legal advice).

Who implements the scheme?: Uttarakhand State Council for Science and Technology (UCOST).
Who can apply?: Educational institutions, research and development organizations, and registered NGOs in Uttarakhand.
What types of activities are supported?: Seminars, workshops, conferences, popular lectures, and Science Day celebrations.
How are proposals submitted?: Proposals are submitted online or through UCOST as per advertisements on the official website. [https://ucost.uk.gov.in/](https://ucost.uk.gov.in/)
How are proposals evaluated?: Proposals are evaluated by the Project Evaluation Group (PEG) and expert committees based on feasibility, relevance, and impact.
Is financial assistance provided?: Yes, selected proposals receive funding to organize approved science communication activities.
Are individual researchers eligible?: Only recognized institutions, R&D organizations, or registered NGOs are eligible.
Where can I get more information?: Visit the UCOST official website ([https://www.ucost.in](https://ucost.uk.gov.in/)) or through official advertisements and contact the council.

Official links

References

Guidelines (Page No. 85)

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